Regular biography
Will Cong is the NTU President’s Chair Professor of Finance, Computing and Data Science, and an Associate Dean of Nanyang Business School at Nanyang Technological University. He is also a Finance Editor at the Management Science, a faculty scientist at IC3, and the chief scientist at HoloBit. His work spans finance, computing, and data science, with a focus on integrating these disciplines to address complex challenges. Cong’s research and leadership roles reflect his commitment to advancing interdisciplinary innovation and academic excellence.
Scholar-generated biography
Lin William Cong is a President’s Chair Professor in Finance, Computing and Data Science at Nanyang Technological University. His research focuses on AI for Econ & Fin, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Digital Economy & FinTech, Finance, and Information. His work explores the intersection of blockchain, smart contracts, and financial technologies, with publications on tokenomics, decentralized mining, and crypto wash trading. He also investigates the impact of digital transformation on SMEs and consumer behavior, as well as the role of data in economic growth. His research emphasizes the application of AI and machine learning in financial markets and policy analysis.